$A$ point object of mass $m$ is kept at $(a, 0)$ along the $x$-axis. What mass should be kept at $(-3a, 0)$ so that the center of mass lies at the origin?

  • A
    $m$
  • B
    $2m$
  • C
    $\frac{m}{3}$
  • D
    $3m$

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